This Lemon Butter Baked Cod is a rich, buttery dish that's quick to prepare, offering a heart-healthy blend of omega-3s and protein. Perfect for a low-carb, diabetes-friendly dinner.
Prep Time | 5 mins |
Cook Time | 20 mins |
Meal Type | Dinner |
Servings | 2 |
Carbs | 4.7 g |
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Why you'll love this recipe:
Key ingredients:
Cod fillets:
A great source of lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids, essential for muscle and heart health.
Lemon:
Adds a zesty kick while providing vitamin C to support the immune system.
Butter:
Rich in healthy fats, butter adds flavour and enhances the dish’s creamy texture.
Paprika:
Smoked paprika brings a deep, earthy flavour that complements the lemony sauce.
Tomatoes:
Low in carbs and packed with antioxidants, tomatoes provide a burst of sweetness and nutrition.
Parsley:
Fresh parsley is loaded with vitamins A, C, and K, plus adds a fresh, herby finish.
Low Carb Lemon Butter Cod
Ingredients
- 2-3 cod fillets, about 300 g total
- salt and pepper, to season
- 2 lemons, 1 sliced into rounds, the other for zesting and juicing
- ¼ cup butter, unsalted, melted
- 1 tsp paprika, smoked
- 1 punnet mini Roma or cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 tbsp parsley, finely chopped
COOK MODE
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200℃/392℉.
- In a small bowl, combine the zest of 1 lemon, ¼ cup of lemon juice, butter and paprika. Pour half the mixture into the bottom of a baking dish, retaining the rest.
- Season the cod with salt and pepper and place in the baking dish. Scatter the tomatoes around the fish, then pour over the remaining lemon butter mixture.
- Place the baking dish in teh oven and bake for 17-20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets.
- Remove from the oven and serve garnished with chopped parsley, lemon slices and pan sauce.
This recipe is really simple and quick to make and delicious to eat. I made it with Ling finish as did not have cod. I added cauliflower rice which I had grated in the last 5 minutes which made it a full meal.
Thannks Mary, so glad you enjoyed the recipe! Using Ling fish and adding cauliflower rice sounds like a brilliant twist—such a great way to make it a hearty, complete meal. Love your creativity! 👏✨
We love this meal and use any white fish and sometimes prawns was well.
We serve with roasted zucchini, cauliflower and asparagus.
Hi Lisa, thanks for sharing! We love the flexibility of this recipe, and your variations with different seafood sound delicious. Roasted zucchini, cauliflower and asparagus make a fantastic low carb pairing too. – DD Team